OK who the f*ck even asked for this?

"KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time" (kngt)
01/27/2019 at 15:49 • Filed to: Stupid ideas, toyota, future cars, Sunroof

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! “ Toy ota has filed a patent for a virtual sunroof that could show moving images of the car’s exterior. This patent is for a ceiling mounted display that would essentially function like a sunroof, showing the environment above you as you drive along via a camera feed. It wouldn’t necessarily show an exact image of the outside, but would instead combine the foreground, mid-ground and background layers, scrolling them at different speeds to create the illusion of speed. This wouldn’t be so much for the passengers to look out of, then, as it would be to create an illusion of speed for the driver and passengers.

It may seem like a bit of a silly, over engineered invention but we get the feeling that automakers will begin to look at different gimmicks like these in order to make the experience of driving electric vehicles more visceral or exciting. This particular invention could give you the feeling of riding in a convertible, in theory, making the driving experience a bit more fun and engaging. This technology might also be used to create a sense of airiness in an otherwise tight and cramped autonomous pod.

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What’s wrong with a regular/panoramic sunroof and windows?

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DISCUSSION (31)

Nauraushaun > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 15:56

Right up there with self-closing doors, as modern conveniences where the benefit does not outweigh the cost

WilliamsSW > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 15:56

There’s a real benefit to removing the windows and other holes from pressurized aircraft - just ask DeH avilland about that.

The sunroof thing is idiotic though.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > WilliamsSW
01/27/2019 at 15:58

We’ll see how the people who pay money to keep the planes flying in the first place react to that. Passenger comfort should factor into the business decision I would think, even if there are advantages for the engineering based decision.

But then again, based on Airlines’ past behavior, I wouldn’t be surprised if this is the future of economy Air travel

Kinja'd!!!

Arch Duke Maxyenko, Shit Talk Extraordinaire > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:04

You really don’t need to copy and paste multiple paragraphs.

ranwhenparked > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:07

Well, if the ticket was $5 cheaper with that seating configuration, you know passengers would go for it.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > Nauraushaun
01/27/2019 at 16:07

Audi’s virtual mirror (Also in Lexus in Japan) is my new pointless technology pet peeve

WilliamsSW > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:10

With the screens though, you can have far bigger “ windows” than aircraft currently have - so many would actually see a benefit from it, not a penalty.

The Dummy Gummy > Nauraushaun
01/27/2019 at 16:12

I didn’t think I needed a closing hatch until I had kids and those little balls of fun run off.

My bird IS the word > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:16

The main benefit of a convertible is not "sensation of speed"

Chariotoflove > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:29

This is to make sure the kids in your back seat get car sick and vomit all over your car.

Future Heap Owner > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:29

This would make much more sense as a straight video feed, especially if your passengers are children.

John Norris (AngryDrifter) > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:30

Great idea! L eak proof sun roof!

Just Jeepin' > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:34

HOW DARE TOYOTA RESEARCH NEW IDEAS.

(Can you hear my eyes rolling at your outrage? It hurt a little bit to let them roll that violently.)

Kiltedpadre > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:36

I can imagine the motion sickness induced if the video refresh rate was out of synch with the car’s actual movement.

way2blu does a rev update > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 16:55

The 2019 Mazda3 called, and will take two.

Kinja'd!!!

One for each C-Pillar.

cbell04 > ranwhenparked
01/27/2019 at 16:56

I’ d pay more to be on that side seat. Nice leg room!

415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°) > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 17:02

I like the star ceiling in the Rolls or Bentley, which ever it was... this is for your stoned friends in the back seat.

415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°) > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 17:05

Well improving aero on cars is good, taking off mirrors that stick out . Someone needs to make the Aptera, they were amazing and should be an electric car, about 70% of mpgs/energy is moving through the air as speed increases.

Nauraushaun > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 17:29

WHY USE REFLECTIVE GLASS WHEN YOU CAN USE A SERIES OF CAMERAS

Nauraushaun > The Dummy Gummy
01/27/2019 at 17:29

Fair enough. I don’t have kids and I don’t get it. I think if I had one, I’d be sick to death of waiting for it to open/close when I could’ve done it manually. And if that foot-open sensor thing ever doesn’t work I’ll burn the car to the ground.

pip bip - choose Corrour > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 17:37

i agree 100%

why bother?

TheRealBicycleBuck > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time
01/27/2019 at 17:41

I can see several advantages:

No chance of a leaky sunroof.

Less weight than a sunroof (although heavier than a hardtop)

No additional streng thening/stiffening required due to a big hole in the roof.

No problems with additional heat gain due to a big piece of glass substituting for your roof - a big deal in the southern states.

If the “sunroof” breaks, it’s just disappointing and not an emergency.

No fear of a glass roof breaking if you’re caught in a hail storm.

Putting these in an airplane is simultaneously awesome and cruel. Imagine being afraid of heights and being stuck on a plane equipped with these. Personally, I’d like to see them installed on the floor.